1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1995 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1995 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Reatta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Reatta would be higher. Both 1988 Buick Reatta and 1995 Toyota Lexcen are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 151 kg more than 1995 Toyota Lexcen.
Because 1995 Toyota Lexcen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Reatta | 1995 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Reatta | Lexcen |
Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |